Restaurants
Find Restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (Uptown Region)
From our famous Cincinnati-style chili and French pot ice cream to hot new restaurants featuring gourmet takes on comfort-food favorites and fine dining for a romantic night for two, Cincinnati USA is making a name for itself as a foodie destination. USA Today even named the region one of "six small cities with big food scenes" due to the amazing revitalization of our restaurant scene, which offers plenty of dining options for every palate.
Million's Cafe
Uptown
Million's Cafe
Uptown
Located across from its brother bar, Mt. Lookout Tavern, Million's is consistently packed. The great one-two punch of Million's and MLT's in Mt. Lookout Square usually... Read more
Located across from its brother bar, Mt. Lookout Tavern, Million's is consistently packed. The great one-two punch of Million's and MLT's in Mt. Lookout Square usually provides for a good night. Million's is a favorite amongst the locals, especially because of the live music about four times a week and beer specials during...... Read More
Carl's Deli
Uptown
Carl's Deli
Uptown
It's easy to get caught up in staring at the houses on Observatory Road and blow right by Carl's Deli, but if you do, you're missing out. Carl's is a must-have for Hyde... Read more
It's easy to get caught up in staring at the houses on Observatory Road and blow right by Carl's Deli, but if you do, you're missing out. Carl's is a must-have for Hyde Parkers. While the pricing reflects Hyde Park's real estate, it's still reasonable considering the delightful sandwiches and fantastic customer service. Carl's... Read More
Bluebird Restaurant
Uptown
Bluebird Restaurant
Uptown
The Bluebird, open since 1970, is a great place to get home-cooked food in Norwood. There are daily specials. It's fairly inexpensive here, and there's a nice... Read more
The Bluebird, open since 1970, is a great place to get home-cooked food in Norwood. There are daily specials. It's fairly inexpensive here, and there's a nice southern diner feel to the place.
Aladdin's Eatery
Uptown
Aladdin's Eatery
Uptown
Serving freshly prepared, naturally nutritious Lebanese-American meals in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Vegan, vegetarian & gluten-free friendly!
Serving freshly prepared, naturally nutritious Lebanese-American meals in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Vegan, vegetarian & gluten-free friendly!
J. Gumbo's
Uptown
J. Gumbo's
Uptown
This Cajun and creole chain offers jambalaya, etouffee and of course, gumbo. Open late for the college crowd.
This Cajun and creole chain offers jambalaya, etouffee and of course, gumbo. Open late for the college crowd.
Wok Inn
Uptown
Wok Inn
Uptown
Anyone else notice the welcoming tone of this Chinese eatery? Wok Inn features killer lunch specials, with everything under $5. They offer carry-out and delivery, but... Read more
Anyone else notice the welcoming tone of this Chinese eatery? Wok Inn features killer lunch specials, with everything under $5. They offer carry-out and delivery, but eating inside is pretty cool because of the high pointed ceiling, cozy wooden interior and big, bright windows giving views of Vine Street. The menu offers...... Read More
Tearoom at the Bonbonerie
Uptown
Tearoom at the Bonbonerie
Uptown
Patrons know the BonBonerie for party cakes, but they can also sit back and enjoy more delicious delicacies in The BonBonerie's Tearoom. The artsy tea room is open for... Read more
Patrons know the BonBonerie for party cakes, but they can also sit back and enjoy more delicious delicacies in The BonBonerie's Tearoom. The artsy tea room is open for lunch, serving up tea sandwiches, quiche, sandwiches, soups and salads. Of course, afternoon tea is served with sandwiches, scones, dessert and your choice from... Read More
Yagoot
Uptown
Yagoot
Uptown
If you've never tried the tangy frozen yogurt of Yagoot, well, you're missing out on this addictive treat. This 99-percent fat-free snack is topped with your choice of... Read more
If you've never tried the tangy frozen yogurt of Yagoot, well, you're missing out on this addictive treat. This 99-percent fat-free snack is topped with your choice of fruit (like kiwi and raspberry), chocolate, nuts or even cereal (like Cap'n Crunch or Fruity Pebbles). Pick from original, coffee, or their rotating seasonal...... Read More
Red Pepper
Uptown
Red Pepper
Uptown
The Red Pepper is a favorite hideaway lunch spot among UC employees and students, especially because there's never a long wait. Check out the long list of menu items... Read more
The Red Pepper is a favorite hideaway lunch spot among UC employees and students, especially because there's never a long wait. Check out the long list of menu items available for lunch and dinner, such as sesame, garlic and bourbon chicken. There are also plenty of tofu and vegetable items for vegetarians. With every meal...... Read More
Foley's Irish Pub
Uptown
Foley's Irish Pub
Uptown
A lively Irish pub, Foley's is decorated with sports memorabilia and has a patio, weekly live music, karaoke, dart boards and a 4-7 p.m. happy hour on weekdays. It... Read more
A lively Irish pub, Foley's is decorated with sports memorabilia and has a patio, weekly live music, karaoke, dart boards and a 4-7 p.m. happy hour on weekdays. It also serves traditional bar food - nothing more, nothing less. Hamburgers, chicken wings, lunchmeat and cod sandwiches are all staples of the menu.
Ramundo's Pizzeria
Uptown
Ramundo's Pizzeria
Uptown
It's hard to resist the mouth-watering aroma of fresh pizza - especially after partying in Mount Lookout when all you really want is that late-night slice of pizza.Ramundo... Read more
It's hard to resist the mouth-watering aroma of fresh pizza - especially after partying in Mount Lookout when all you really want is that late-night slice of pizza.Ramundo's offers specialty pizzas, salads, calzones, subs and appetizers, like the "Ramundough Bites" (pepperoni and cheese rolled in dough).
Sugar n' Spice Restaurant
Uptown
Sugar n' Spice Restaurant
Uptown
Serving Cincinnati since 1941. Original Wispy Thin Pancakes, Huge Fluffy Omelettes, Signature Sandwiches n' Specials. Today, Sugar n' Spice prides itself on creating a fun... Read more
Serving Cincinnati since 1941. Original Wispy Thin Pancakes, Huge Fluffy Omelettes, Signature Sandwiches n' Specials. Today, Sugar n' Spice prides itself on creating a fun, friendly, comfortable atmosphere, serving the same great food that has kept people coming back for generations
Dewey's Pizza
Uptown
Dewey's Pizza
Uptown
Dewey's Pizza not only serves up specialty pizzas, but lets patrons watch their pizzas get tossed up in the air by the cooks (they make it look so easy.) Create your... Read more
Dewey's Pizza not only serves up specialty pizzas, but lets patrons watch their pizzas get tossed up in the air by the cooks (they make it look so easy.) Create your own pizza with a wide variety of toppings. Or choose one of the specialty pizzas, from the familiar (the "Hawaiian" with bacon and pineapple) to the obscure (the... Read More
Richie's Fast Food Restaurant
Uptown
Richie's Fast Food Restaurant
Uptown
You know you've driven by and been curious. The neon signs for such delights as okra, fried catfish, peach cobbler and fried chicken tempt you over and over, but you... Read more
You know you've driven by and been curious. The neon signs for such delights as okra, fried catfish, peach cobbler and fried chicken tempt you over and over, but you just can't decide whether or not to give in. Well, it's high time you did. Richie's will get you in and out in a flash and you can get on to delectably sinning...... Read More
Frisch's Big Boy
Uptown
Frisch's Big Boy
Uptown
Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more
Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More
Dana Gardens
Uptown
Dana Gardens
Uptown
Dana Gardens, or more affectionately known as 'Dana's,' is a popular hangout for Xavier University's students, faculty and alumni. The perfect place to take in a... Read more
Dana Gardens, or more affectionately known as 'Dana's,' is a popular hangout for Xavier University's students, faculty and alumni. The perfect place to take in a basketball game and share the collegiate spirit, Dana's serves up food such as the 'U.C. Sucks Mett,' a mettwurst served on two pieces of toast, the 'Muskie Burger... Read More
Good Fellas
Uptown
Good Fellas
Uptown
Comfortable and relaxing, Good Fellas is a great place to hang out with friends and catch the game. A wide array of your favorite bar foods at inexpensive prices makes... Read more
Comfortable and relaxing, Good Fellas is a great place to hang out with friends and catch the game. A wide array of your favorite bar foods at inexpensive prices makes this sports bar the go-to spot. Brave drinkers test their courage on karaoke Wednesdays while others sit back and enjoy the evening's free entertainment. Happy... Read More
Cloud Nine
Uptown
Cloud Nine
Uptown
Cloud Nine is now open in the former location of Dancing Wasabi, which was relocated to Hyde Park. The sushi-centric restaurant features the same menu and prices as... Read more
Cloud Nine is now open in the former location of Dancing Wasabi, which was relocated to Hyde Park. The sushi-centric restaurant features the same menu and prices as Dancing Wasabi had.
Dive Bar
Uptown
Dive Bar
Uptown
Come to this cool but casual bar for domestic and craft beers at good prices and a hot dog menu by Flop Johnson's. Free wifi, pool and darts, and dj sets keep up the fun... Read more
Come to this cool but casual bar for domestic and craft beers at good prices and a hot dog menu by Flop Johnson's. Free wifi, pool and darts, and dj sets keep up the fun for you while you hang out with the neighborhood crowd.Flop Johnson's, located inside Dive Bar, features one-of-a-kind "Dogwiches," homemade vegan chili and... Read More
Wild Ginger
Uptown
Wild Ginger
Uptown
For a fancy date night or celebration, Wild Ginger's upscale sushi, Thai food and hibachi platters is the ultimate way for Asian-cuisine lovers to treat themselves. While... Read more
For a fancy date night or celebration, Wild Ginger's upscale sushi, Thai food and hibachi platters is the ultimate way for Asian-cuisine lovers to treat themselves. While known for its extensive sushi selection and tasty Thai food, you can also order a platter made on the spot on the hibachi grill. You might be best served...... Read More
The Summit
Uptown
The Summit
Uptown
The Summit is part of the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State, so the cuisine is similar to the students who prepare it: fresh, creative, and innovative.... Read more
The Summit is part of the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State, so the cuisine is similar to the students who prepare it: fresh, creative, and innovative. Amazingly, the restaurant only employs two full-time employees, but don't worry - the quality of the cuisine is still excellent. Chef Matt Winterrowd loves to...... Read More
Noodles & Company Hyde Park
Uptown
Noodles & Company Hyde Park
Uptown
This quaint and hip noodle place fits in well with the other more-than-fast-food restaurants in the Oakley/Hyde Park area. The menu is divided into three sections to... Read more
This quaint and hip noodle place fits in well with the other more-than-fast-food restaurants in the Oakley/Hyde Park area. The menu is divided into three sections to represent three noodly cultures: American, Mediterranean and Asian. Each tradition has a few noodle options along with a soup and salad option. With no freezers or... Read More
Habanero's Latin American Fare
Uptown
Habanero's Latin American Fare
Uptown
Habanero Latin American Fare is an independent Mexican joint for burrito and salsa lovers. Try the Mad Max, a tilapia burrito with pinto beans, cabbage and a signature... Read more
Habanero Latin American Fare is an independent Mexican joint for burrito and salsa lovers. Try the Mad Max, a tilapia burrito with pinto beans, cabbage and a signature sauce. The Porkopolis is piled high with shredded pork, a sweet rice and apple green chili salsa. The Tofu Tango combines eggplant, tofu and corn salsa. Also on... Read More
Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries
Uptown
Hwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries
Uptown
Highway 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries has been serving up good times and great food since 1991. Formerly known as Andy's, we achieved a lot in the last 20 years, growing... Read more
Highway 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries has been serving up good times and great food since 1991. Formerly known as Andy's, we achieved a lot in the last 20 years, growing to over 100 restaurants across North Carolina. During that time, our mission has remained the same: to provide each guest with world-class service and fresh... Read More
Blue Jay Restaurant
Uptown
Blue Jay Restaurant
Uptown
The Blue Jay is your traditional dining option amidst the more eclectic offerings of the Northside strip. This family-owned greasy spoon is the perfect spot to chase your... Read more
The Blue Jay is your traditional dining option amidst the more eclectic offerings of the Northside strip. This family-owned greasy spoon is the perfect spot to chase your hangover away, but beware, it's closed on Sunday.
Hyde Park Pizzeria
Uptown
Hyde Park Pizzeria
Uptown
Hyde Park Pizzeria is a locally owned pizza restaurant offering lots of great pizzas, hoagies, pasta dinners, wings, fish, salads, soft drinks and desserts. You can dine... Read more
Hyde Park Pizzeria is a locally owned pizza restaurant offering lots of great pizzas, hoagies, pasta dinners, wings, fish, salads, soft drinks and desserts. You can dine in, pick up or have your food delivered.
Bangkok Bistro
Uptown
Bangkok Bistro
Uptown
Bangkok Bistro is a Hyde Park favorite for Thai cuisine and is especially famous for its pad thai. This cozy bistro has a full bar inside, or you might want to sit out... Read more
Bangkok Bistro is a Hyde Park favorite for Thai cuisine and is especially famous for its pad thai. This cozy bistro has a full bar inside, or you might want to sit out front under an umbrella if the weather is nice. Lunch specials include drunken noodles, roasted duck curry and siam noodles. They have a nice-sized sushi menu... Read More
Bow Tie Cafe
Uptown
Bow Tie Cafe
Uptown
Bow Tie Cafe is located in the hilltop neighborhood of Mt. Adams and offers coffee drinks, craft cocktails, and a variety of bistro fare. The menu includes traditional... Read more
Bow Tie Cafe is located in the hilltop neighborhood of Mt. Adams and offers coffee drinks, craft cocktails, and a variety of bistro fare. The menu includes traditional breakfast and brunch items, soups, salads, sandwiches, and burritos. Bow Tie Cafe was founded by Dhani Jones, who decided to start Bow Tie Cafe and Bow Tie Cause... Read More
Boomerang's Bar and Grill
Uptown
Boomerang's Bar and Grill
Uptown
The walls here are covered with sports posters, photos, pennants and the like, trying to create that sports bar atmosphere. There are drink specials during every Reds game... Read more
The walls here are covered with sports posters, photos, pennants and the like, trying to create that sports bar atmosphere. There are drink specials during every Reds game, and there are specials during Monday Night Football (How about buckets of six bottles of domestic beer for $11? And free Skyline Cheese Coneys?) There are... Read More
King Wok
Uptown
King Wok
Uptown
A favorite amongst students and Cliftonites, King Wok is within walking distance from the University of Cincinnati and boasts Chinese dishes with seafood directly from the... Read more
A favorite amongst students and Cliftonites, King Wok is within walking distance from the University of Cincinnati and boasts Chinese dishes with seafood directly from the tanks that line the back of the restaurant. They also serve dim sum from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.
DiBella's Subs
Uptown
DiBella's Subs
Uptown
DiBella's Subs is located in Clifton Heights near the University of Cincinnati. It's the sub chain's 35th store, and the second in Greater Cincinnati (the first is in Blue... Read more
DiBella's Subs is located in Clifton Heights near the University of Cincinnati. It's the sub chain's 35th store, and the second in Greater Cincinnati (the first is in Blue Ash). The new location seats about 100.
Bagel Brothers
Uptown
Bagel Brothers
Uptown
Sandwiched between Papa Dino's and an art supply store, Bagel Brothers in Corryville offers a quick breakfast or lunch stop for University of Cincinnati students and staff... Read more
Sandwiched between Papa Dino's and an art supply store, Bagel Brothers in Corryville offers a quick breakfast or lunch stop for University of Cincinnati students and staff. Obviously known for its bagels, it also offers muffins, salads, croissant and bagel sandwiches and specialty cream cheeses. The chicken salad always gets... Read More
Los Potrillos
Uptown
Gordo's Pub and Grill
Uptown
Gordo's Pub and Grill
Uptown
When you think of sports bar food, the words "fried" and "cheesy" usually come to mind. But at Gordo's, you can get a Jean-Robert burger, thanks to owner Gordo, who used... Read more
When you think of sports bar food, the words "fried" and "cheesy" usually come to mind. But at Gordo's, you can get a Jean-Robert burger, thanks to owner Gordo, who used to be chef de cuisine for the Jean-Robert Restaurant Group. Gordo's gives off a sports bar vibe with an upscale feel. Don't worry, there are still TVs to watch... Read More
Highland
Uptown
Highland
Uptown
This venerable Corryville hangout has a definite bohemian atmosphere within its vintage walls. It's a fine place to come alone to read the paper and warm up with a... Read more
This venerable Corryville hangout has a definite bohemian atmosphere within its vintage walls. It's a fine place to come alone to read the paper and warm up with a Guinness or spiked coffee. There's also a full bar serving its diverse clientele. The Highland serves coffees, beer, spirits, pie, sandwiches and vegetarian chili... Read More
Five Guys Burgers
Uptown
Five Guys Burgers
Uptown
The menu is simple: burgers, hot dogs and fries. But there are lots of toppings for customizing your own: grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, green peppers, jalapenos and A... Read more
The menu is simple: burgers, hot dogs and fries. But there are lots of toppings for customizing your own: grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, green peppers, jalapenos and A-1 sauce, along with the standard ketchup, mustard, mayo, tomato, lettuce and onion.